How’s your bowling score? If you’d like to add more strikes to your game–and who wouldn’t?–check out these tips from Rab’s Country Lanes.

• Pick the Right Ball. A lighter ball will knock pins into each other rather than up into the air. Plus, you’ll have more control over a ball you can hoist easily.
• Adjust For the Lane. All bowling lanes are built the same, but each will still be slightly different. Make sure that you pay attention to things like oil patterns, which can change even from turn to turn. Take a second between rolls to consider the lane. This will also give you time to center yourself before you bowl.
• Do it Right. Don’t make any of these common bowling mistakes. If you’re not sure, ask a friend or teammate with a strong game to keep an eye on you next time you go up for your turn. An outside view can help pick up on mistakes you don’t even realize you’re making.
• Aim for the Pocket. If you’re right-handed, aim between the one and three pins; for lefties, shoot between the one and two pins. This angle sends the ball through all the pins, making sure that
• Practice! The more you practice correctly, the better you’ll get. Join one of the leagues at Rab’s or just come out regularly for open bowling. Make sure you practice doing things right, though. Remember: perfect practice makes perfect

Don’t forget to sign up for Rab’s Rewards to make the most of all the time you spend working on your strikes!  

Summer bowling leagues start play in June, just after Memorial Day, so it’s time to get signed up!

At Rab’s Country Lanes we have summer bowling leagues for everyone, regardless of your skill level, style of play, availability, or age. If you’ve already got a full team that you’d like to play with, great! Your whole team can register at one time. Is it just you? No problem. You can register by yourself and we’ll slot you in with other bowlers whose availability and interest match yours.

League bowling is a great way to spend time with your old friends, of course, but it’s an even better way to make new friends. In a world where “how to make friends as an adult” is a common topic of thinkpieces and self-help guides, joining a league is a guaranteed way to meet people who have something in common with you. Rab’s offers mixed leagues as well as single-sex leagues. Kids can join youth leagues, seniors can join senior leagues–we even offer leagues designed for families of all ages to bowl together. Whether you’re looking for early morning or late night play, Rab’s has scheduled league opportunities for you.

League bowling isn’t just for advanced players. It’s a great way to learn the game, because you’ll be practicing regularly, and you’ll be playing with people who already know how it’s done. Teammates can be your best source of knowledge and inspiration for improving your bowling. Brush up on your bowling etiquette and get down to Rab’s Country Lanes!

Sign me up for a Summer League!

Bowling is a fun, inexpensive sport that’s easy to share because it’s easy to learn. While your friends may not be bowling pros, anybody can drop by the lanes and pick up the gist of the game. And if you want to get serious about bowling, your new gear won’t break the bank. All you need is a beginner bowling ball.

5 Reasons to Buy a Bowling Ball

1. Up your game. You’ll be able to master different shots because you’ll have a bowling ball calibrated specifically to your needs. Instead of adapting for different weights, grips, and potential curves every time you grab a new ball, you’ll be able to practice more efficiently.
2. Bowl more safely. Did you know that bowling with the wrong ball increases your risk of injury? If the grip or weight is off, you can put added strain on your wrist, elbow, arm, and fingers. Owning your own bowling ball decreases this risk by tailoring specific elements to your needs.
3. Bowl faster. No more searching the racks for the right ball! You already have the perfect weight bowling ball in your bag, and the finger holes are drilled just for your hand.
4. Peace of mind. At Rab’s Country Lanes, we keep all our bowling balls in top shape. That means cleaning and polishing them every day to limit gunk and germs. But you never know if the bowler who just dropped the ball back on the rack had the flu last week. Owning your own ball gives you peace of mind!
5. Feel like a serious bowler. Only serious bowlers have their own ball! Go ahead and brag about it. We won’t tell anyone how often you’re really here.

Whether you have a ball, you need a ball, or you just want to use ours, Rab’s Country Lanes is the best bowling you’ll find on Staten Island.

National Volunteer Week is coming up! April 15th through April 21st is the week set aside to focus on giving back to the communities we live in, whether locally or globally. At Rab’s Country Lanes we’ve got all kinds of ideas for recognizing this celebration of selflessness.

• Host a fundraiser at Rab’s to raise funds to donate to a charity or nonprofit. We have two different options, but either way, your group or organization will receive a portion of each admission during a specific time and day. It’s the easiest fundraiser you’ll ever host, and also the most fun.
• April is also Keep America Beautiful Month and National Gardening Month, so why not get outdoors? Volunteer to clean up a local park (check out a list here) or work in a community garden, like one of these.
• Volunteer opportunities aren’t one-size fits all. Fortunately, there are hundreds of nonprofit organizations in this area, and most of them have opportunities. Click here to find the right volunteer opportunity for you and your family. You can search by interest, location, and even look for child-friendly opportunities.
• If your place of work relies on volunteers, recognize them! Something as simple as a sincere thank you card will go a long way. Of course, a trip to Rab’s for bowling fun will go even further!

No matter how you choose to spend National Volunteer Week, remember to keep a positive outlook and enjoy yourself–and don’t forget to reward yourself with an evening at Rab’s Country Lanes afterwards!